Rwanda is home to 4.35 million women aged 15 and older who are at risk of developing cervical cancer. Each year, 1,229 women in Rwanda are diagnosed with cervical cancer, and tragically, 829 of them lose their lives—meaning around 75% of those affected do not survive this preventable disease. While Rwanda has made remarkable strides in preventing cervical cancer through vaccination, early detection, and screening, the outlook remains bleak for those who have already developed the disease.
Nutrition plays a vital role in helping cancer patients endure the demanding treatment process. A balanced diet not only helps patients manage side effects, maintain strength, and boost immunity but also provides essential nutrients like protein, which is crucial for muscle maintenance and recovery.
GIAHC Young Leaders (GYL) is pleased to announce, in partnership with the Elekta Foundation, the launch of the “One Egg-A-Day” initiative to address the nutritional needs of cervical cancer patients undergoing treatment. Each egg costs just $0.25, covering the cost for community health workers to deliver cooked eggs to women in treatment every three days. With your support, our goal is to provide 1,000 eggs per month for a year, totaling $3,000 to fund a full year of essential nutrition.
By donating through our website at https://www.giahc.org/donate/, you can make a profound difference in the lives of these women battling cervical cancer in Rwanda. Thank you for joining us in this meaningful mission.
GIAHC is proud to have been a part of the launch of the Mysore Consortium Against Cervical Cancer (MCACC) during the week of the centennial celebration of Mysore Medical College (Dr. Krishnan’s alma mater).
GIAHC is deeply honored to be a part of the “Quad Cancer Moonshot team,” collaborating with our partners to take bold action against #cervicalcancer in the Asia Pacific region. Together, we are committed to eliminating this disease for a healthier future.
Women in Asia are diagnosed with cervical cancer at a disproportionately higher rate than the global average. Despite early diagnosis leading to more effective treatment, many factors in the region prevent women from receiving the care that they need, and the consequences are severe, affecting not only women as individuals, but society at large.
It has been a great honor to be a part of President Biden’s Cancer Moonshot delegation to India and to participate in the US-India Cancer Dialogue Initiative.
GIAHC is excited to announce its partnership with CAPED India. Together, they will raise awareness about HPV vaccination among parents in India and develop an educational series for healthcare providers on cervical cancer screening and early treatment.
GIAHC is excited to announce its partnership with CAPED India. Together, they will raise awareness about HPV vaccination among parents in India and develop an educational series for healthcare providers on cervical cancer screening and early treatment.
The report details a campaign by GIAHC and PHRII on March 4th, International HPV Awareness Day, to boost HPV awareness in Mysuru. It focused on educating young adults and healthcare trainees, supporting WHO’s cervical cancer elimination efforts, and planning future prevention strategies.
On March 4th, GIAHC and PHRII in Mysore, India, will begin a week of HPV awareness events, highlighting the importance of vaccination and screening, culminating in a screening camp on International Women’s Day, March 8th.
GIAHC, in collaboration with Vaccine Ambassadors, is spearheading a fundraising initiative to donate 6,000 HPV vaccine doses to Suriname.
Global Initiative Against HPV and Cervical Cancer (GIAHC) has announced a partnership with The Global HPV Consortium, spearheaded by the Sabin Vaccine Institute. This collaboration aims to intensify efforts to combat Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) infections and eradicate cervical cancer as a major public health issue.